Experience the irresistible softness of homemade Ladi Pav, a classic Indian bread roll that’s a must-have with street food favorites like pav bhaji, misal pav, or vada pav. These golden, fluffy rolls are prepared without eggs, offering a tender crumb and pillowy texture that pairs perfectly with spicy curries or breakfast dishes like bhurji. With simple pantry ingredients, you can easily champion this bakery-style pav in your own kitchen—no preservatives, just pure flavor and freshness.
Making Ladi Pav at home is easier than you think, and the key to their iconic texture lies in proper kneading and rising of the dough. With each batch, you’ll be rewarded with a tray of light, buttery rolls that are golden on the outside and soft within. Serve them warm off the oven, brushed with butter, and enjoy them as part of lunch, dinner, or a hearty breakfast. Whether you’re an experienced baker or new to bread making, this foolproof method ensures you’ll always get soft, spongy pav perfect for all your meals.
Homemade Ladi Pav – Soft Indian Eggless Bread Rolls
Print RecipeIngredients
- 1¼ cup warm milk
- 2 tsp sugar
- 7 grams dry yeast
- 3 cups (450 grams) maida / plain flour
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp softened butter
Instructions
In a bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and dry yeast. Set aside for 5-10 minutes until frothy to activate the yeast.
Add plain flour and salt to the yeast mixture, then knead until a soft dough forms.
Incorporate softened butter and knead again until the dough turns smooth and elastic.
Cover the dough with a cloth or plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm spot for 2 hours, or until doubled in size.
Gently punch down the dough to release air, then divide into 12 equal portions and shape into smooth balls.
Arrange the dough balls in a greased baking tray, keeping space between each.
Brush the tops with milk for a golden finish, then cover and let them rise again for 20 minutes until puffy.
Preheat oven to 180°C. Bake for 20 minutes or until the pav are golden on top.
Once baked, brush with butter and cover with a damp cloth to ensure extra softness as they cool completely.
Serve warm with your favorite dishes.
Notes
Tips:
Knead the dough thoroughly for at least 10-15 minutes to achieve soft, airy rolls., Allow the dough adequate time to rise both before and after shaping for the best texture., Brushing the tops with milk before baking gives them a rich color, while a butter finish keeps them glossy and moist., Covering with a damp cloth post-bake helps preserve their super-soft crust.